Abstract: The invention barbecue apparatus with an air-permeable holder for ignition material for fuel in the fireplace to be suspended in a tubular stand of the barbecue apparatus. A reservoir for liquid fire extinguishing material and/or for collecting ashes can be provided in the tubular stand, whereby the reservoir with fire extinguishing material contributes to a lowering of the center of gravity of the apparatus. A removable support grating for solid fuel can be provided in the fireplace. The barbecue apparatus can include a cover so that in case of unexpected falling, the barbecue apparatus tips over in the direction of the cover and the solid fuel lands in the cover.